Ottolenghi (Islington)

• Ottolenghi happens to possess a variety of cuisines prepared in their own style which is quite different and exciting
• Ottolenghi (Islington) is a Vegetarian&rsquo
• We ordered meat and fish dishes as well and they were well cooked and satiating
• Group seating's are perfect for occasions
• Ottolenghi (Islington) is an absolute treat
• You'll need a reservation as Ottolenghi (Islington) is very popular
• Everything I ordered at Ottolenghi (Islington) was perfect and extremely palatable
• The real treat are the desserts
• The cheesecake with rhubarb was a revelation
• The coconut macaron and the Bailey's chocolate cake were both marvellous
• We visited Ottolenghi (Islington) on a weekday evening and was able to get a table for 3 without any reservations
• The potato parcels and the lamb are some of the must haves
• The food was also reasonably prices and was not heavy on the pocket
• Because there is only so much a man can eat
• We were always greeted very politely with a soft voice
• Ottolenghi (Islington) is highly recommended by me
• I am acquainted with this chain of restaurant but have not reviewed this particular outlet
• The interiors are just grand
• Might seem a little expensive as the portion size are a little small and you might have to order about ten plates for a meal for two people
• Plus the selection of wine is pretty good
• Ottolenghi (Islington) is extremely booked
• We tasted some of the finest dishes and the cook's sauces accompanied with each dish is unique in flavor and a must try
• The interiors are are simplistic
• The ambiance is lovely and chilled out
• Despite that the service is amicable and helpful
• The spread is absolutely delectable and delightful and will leave you wanting for more
• The breakfast here is a must have
• The ambiance is also very quirky and nice
• My opinion is that the food served at this restaurant is average
• Ottolenghi (Islington) is notorious for its hummus
• The chairs were too low for the tables
• People who are ardent fan of the famous owner
• The decor of the place is sophisticated and looks personal with candle lights
• All the dishes had a complex flavor and were made with care and maintained high quality
• The range of desserts were also light and beautiful
• It is the fact that the wine list was very expensive
• It was also very inventive on their part but they never mention on their website that the prices are attached to tiny tapas size portions
• I soon realized that it was very expensive and I would instead buy the cookbook and prepare it at home
• The staff was friendly and recommended that everyone should have five dishes each but as I said that it was very expensive
• Ottolenghi (Islington) was buzzing with people and had so much waiting despite the reservation we made
• The cheapest bottle of wine too was still expensive
• The service was rather average and could have been better
• Stopped by this restaurant which is located on the Upper Street in Islington
• You'll have to book in advance but it is worth the wait
• The items on the menu were rather fresh and inventive
• The decor of the place is done in mostly white
• The service was par excellence and the waiter serving us was amazing
• All the salads we ordered and the main course were contenting
• The only down side is that all the food is cold
• The staff is casual but attentive and prices are reasonable
• We ventured here by mistake and it was an amazing meal
• The staff here are impeccably helpful and polite
• The menu for dinner is very well selected and inventive
• I have some dietary issues and the staff and chef were accommodating
• Some days these these people offer a pretty efficient service but it is the other days when they are rude and slow that makes me a little hesitant to go to Ottolenghi (Islington) again
• Ottolenghi (Islington) is serving below average food backed up with not so affordable prices
• The most striking thing about this restaurant was their impeccable service but that was quite expected
• The flagship dish was the duck salad which was complemented by pomelo and grapefruit
• I loved the ambiance but can not understand that why they are charging us so much
• If any one is planning to go here
• There was a queue nearly out the door we were seated within 10 minutes of arriving at Ottolenghi
• The presence of more 'dinner' style dishes including a cannelloni bean stew and shakshuka were duly noted
• While the classic eggs and salmon and Welsh Rarebit are given an Ottolenghi twist
• The restaurant was clearly at full capacity
• The breakfast tea was served in a striking cast iron tea pot which was quite heavy but gave a really authentic feel to the meal
• My cannelloni bean stew was absolutely stunning
• I guess it was a sort of posh beans on toast
• Chorizo and severed with a slab of black pudding (which I've never eaten before) and crusty toast
• Alex and my mum's shakshuka was also delicious
• It had enough spice from chilli and paprika to wake you up but was generally very warm and comforting
• This too was served with crusty bread for added texture and was really delicious
• We got four different types of sweet bread with banana jam
• My absolute favourite was the fennel and cherry bread with cherry jam but the banana jam was also amazing
• The condiment was so unique and it was like nothing I have ever tried before fabulous
• The salmon was cooked perfectly and the salads were fresh and aromatic in flavour
• The desserts are a big must
• Came here for dinner with friends (group of 6) and shared 12 plates
• Everything was fantastic and came out fairly quickly despite the restaurant being full
• Service was impeccable with excellent wine recommendations
• Ve now found the best place for picky eaters to fall in love with vegetables (and for veggie lovers to have the best lunch ever
• The food was good welsh rarebit was a little too rich but that's personal taste
• Having been put off for quite some time by the 'no reservation' tag (yet another restaurant with this most unfriendly policy) I finally went in for lunch with a friend
• We had to wait for available seating and was given seating on a shared table which we agreed to
• The place was full on a Friday lunch time and we were seated elbow to elbow in between other patrons
• Much like eating in a crowded canteen but with everyone squished together
• We ordered the fillet of beef with two salads at £
• Cold salads in winter do not work at all and my tastebuds were so unexcited and dulled that i could not taste much or perhaps it's the horrible dIn in the restaurant
• We ate our cold lunch with great haste and without much of a conversation
• I normally go for 2 salads and a main which is filling enough for me
• My personal favourite are the roasted aubergine and mixed peppers salad
• Their breads are also lovely so it's worth ordering a selection of mixed bread if you come with some friends
• The place is a bit small so it's not always that easy to get a seat and be prepared to be seated in the long table and share with other people
• The flavours are incredibly fresh
• The concept at their restaurants is to mix and match mains and salads
• Ve found that one main and two salads is just enough to get me comfortably full
• The best thing to do is go with somebody who is willing to share their plate
• The squid stew was wonderful too
• We had an array of dishes but the ones which stood out the most were the tempura courgette flowers stuffed with ricotta and truffle honey as well as the aubergine with tamarind yoghurt
• Ottolenghi (Islington) is an institution
• The piles of salad in the window completely live up to expectations and it's refreshing to have vegetables take centre stage (although the meat and fish are also wonderful)
• It is always busy I find this endearing and if I cant handle it i get a take away and sit outside (there are two chairs in the entrance which no one uses)
• My favorite is the broccoli and aubergine
• Everything was ok but just no wow factor
• S been so many years since I last went to Ottolenghi that it was pre blog days &ndash
• I fairly regularly meet up with north London friends in Islington
• Store) many times and the food on display in its windows is so enticing
• All plates of food are for sharing
• My favourite was the tender
• The eggplant salad from the counter was served cold but it was still tasty
• It was a rustic homely slice but was a nice finish to the meal
• I thought it was a bit on the pricey side given the petite portion sizes
• Service was hit and miss the hostess was quite dismissive when we approached her but the other staff were friendly
• The cakes in Ottolenghi is simply best
• I really like the food and the mixture of oriental ingredients with the English spices

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